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Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat in Kerala​

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Modern-day life is demanding and stress and anxiety have become prevalent in our society as a result. Our mission at Devvrat Yoga Sangha is to equip people with the tools and knowledge to ascertain balance and peace of mind and consequently prevent psychosomatic illnesses that are becoming increasingly common.

We are convinced that the secrets to a happier and healthier state of being can be found in the practice of Yoga and its sister discipline – Ayurveda. The uninterrupted practice of Yoga across millennia as well as a substantial amount of recent research is a testimony to the incredible effects these two ancient Indian sciences have on the well-being of an individual.

In our commitment to empowering people to transform their lives, we have created retreats that blend yogic and Ayurvedic practices to detoxify, rejuvenate, establish mind-body balance, and ultimately, to provide a long-term solution to address issues such as but not limited to depression, stress and anxiety.

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Yoga Asana & Pranayama

Asana and pranayama practice are the primary elements which have a direct impact on well-being. To calm the mind, strengthen and relax the entire body, we welcome you to a daily practice of various asanas and sequences intelligently designed to work on a variety of health concerns such as; stress, tension, anxiety, depression, improving digestive and cardiovascular functions, back pain, spondylitis, acidity, high blood pressure, and symptoms of diabetes.

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Meditation

Meditation is a significant part of Yoga practice, and therefore, a crucial aspect of our retreats. There are a number of meditation techniques with roots in different traditions, the benefits of meditation have been documented both in ancient spiritual texts as well as modern science. We know that it’s not one size fits all, hence during our meditation sessions, we experiment with a variety of techniques, exploring an array of meditative states so that you can understand what method works for you to incorporate in your own daily practice.
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Ayurvedic Body Massages

Dating as far back as 3000 BC, Ayurvedic massage has been used in a relatively unchanged form to release energy blockage from the body. This unique technique allows your life force (prana) to flow freely through the body, reestablishing harmony and balance. Ayurveda recognises 7 main chakras, points where a number of energy channels (nadis) meet. When in balance, the chakras are responsible for our physical and psychological well being, whilst excess or deficiency at this subtle level can lead to ill health. This ancient Ayurvedic treatment involves a whole body massage with a concoction of warm aromatic oils with a variety of properties, there are different types of infusions and they can be tailored to your needs and constitution.
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WHAT YOU WILL EAT

Ayurvedic Diet

According to the ancient teachings of Ayurveda, food has the capacity to stimulate, repair and rejuvenate the body and a state of balance and bliss is heavily influenced by how we nourish ourselves. What makes Ayurveda unique is that prevention and treatment of sickness through alimentation takes into account the general differences in each of our natural constitutions- or mind and body types. So foods that promote certain qualities and curb others in one person may be different to those of a person with a different constitution. Hence, first it is vital to identify your constitution (dosha) to understand the types of food that serve you and those that don’t. During our retreat, we offer a consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor to develop that awareness.
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THE RESORT

Where you will stay

Discover the Devvrat Yoga Campus, located in the heart of Varkala just five minutes from the beach. This is the home of our 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings and retreats.
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who we are

the team behind the shala

Get to know the teachers and staff who guide and support Devvrat Yoga Sangha. Each of them is first and foremost a dedicated practitioner, committed to living the teachings they share.

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what's included in your retreat

what you can expect

Your yoga & ayurveda retreat in Varkala, Kerala includes everything you need for a energizing and relaxing vacation. The following is included in both 7 and 10 day retreats: 

Three Ayurvedic massages

Enjoy three traditional ayurvedic massages, adapted to your own body’s needs and requirements. 

Ayurvedic Doctor’s Consultation

Personal Ayurvedic health check and recommendations from a specialised doctor.

Field trip

Local boating experience in the Keralan Backwaters and visit to one of Kerala’s most famous Hindu temples.

Daily Yoga Asana class

Including daily practice, opening & closing ceremonies, field trip and special sessions like sunset beach yoga & meditation.

Daily guided Meditation class

Choose from a range of room types to suit your comfort and budget (see options here).

Freshly prepared healthy vegetarian meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Enjoy a fresh buffet of local, organic food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) every day, except for Sunday (your day off).

Beautiful Private Cottage

Accommodation with Air Conditioner.

Unlimited Chai & Herbal Tea

Sip on warm, soothing local herbal chai throughout your stay.

Pick Up from the airport and hotel

 on arrival and departure respectively.

Not included: Indian visa, flights & laundry

dates & prices

stay as long as you like

Duration 7 Days | 900 USD | Cottage with Air Conditioner (AC)  for up to two people.

Duration 10 Days | 1200 USD | Cottage with Air Conditioner (AC)  for up to two people.

Want to stay longer or shorter? No problem. Simply reach out to us and we will discuss availabilities. 

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